Welder

Feldmeier Equipment • Little Falls, NY

2d

About The Position

Welders are the primary constructors of vessels at Feldmeier Equipment. The work varies in scope, and employees designated as Welders may also be assigned general work tasks not specifically covered by this description. Duties may change during the day depending on workload. This is a full-time, non-exempt day-shift position, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., with a pay range of $22.00–$31.50 per hour. The role offers a $1,000 sign-on bonus, paid as $500 after 90 successful days and another $500 after successful completion of one year in the role.

Requirements

• Boces welding certificate or at least 6 months of welding experience.
• Previous fabricating experience.
• Ability to read measuring tapes and operate tools, including a grinder and welding torch.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for up to 8 hours per day.
• Occasional ability to lift, carry, and maneuver up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and platforms for elevated work.
• Ability to walk, bend, squat, kneel, balance, stoop, lie down inside or under a vessel, and twist while performing job tasks.
• Comfort working in chemically hazardous situations, with attention to chemical safety and use of proper PPE when required.
• Ability to hold a 4–8-pound grinder for prolonged periods while applying force.
• Ability to grasp a welding torch while welding parts for brief or extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of TIG experience.
• Experience welding different alloys.
• Proficiency welding in flat, vertical, and overhead positions.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Feldmeier safety and Company policies and Occupational Health and Safety Regulations.
• TIG weld, spot weld, and MIG weld stainless steel.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and measurements to plan layouts.
• Lay out component locations according to instructions.
• Prepare work surfaces through cutting and finishing.
• Weld small and large components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions using appropriate techniques.
• Set up and operate equipment for assigned jobs.
• Complete housekeeping duties in the assigned area or as requested by management.
• Complete required paperwork and properly log time into the MES system, including logging on and off.
• Perform other general work tasks as assigned based on workload.

Benefits

• $1,000 sign-on bonus, split between $500 after 90 successful days and $500 after successful completion of one year in the role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed